Today so far 2026-09-17 · 12:00 UTC

The 2029 Winter Olympics will be held across two countries as venues have been confirmed, marking a significant shift in how the Games will be hosted. In football, Gray was sacked by Hibs after just six league games, while there are broader concerns about VAR decision-making being rushed under pressure, as evidenced by a controversial derby review. Elsewhere in sports, Charlotte has been selected to host the WTA Finals from 2027, and there are ongoing questions about high-profile talent such as Chelsea's Kendry Paez and Manchester United's Gabriel.

How Villa's record signing Manzambi can spearhead new era

It is a new era for Aston Villa - and Johan Manzambi, who has just joined in a club record deal worth more than £50m - will be one of the poster boys.

2026-07-18 · 09:39 UTC
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More games, more controversy - good and bad of biggest World Cup yet

2026-07-18 · 09:16

From high ticket prices to hydration breaks, new laws and political interventions, there has rarely been a dull moment…

Clark makes history with 45 points and 10 assists

2026-07-18 · 08:46

Caitlin Clark becomes the first player in WNBA history to produce over 40 points and 10 assists as Indiana Fever defeat…

Best finishers, defensive kings & runners - World Cup finalists in numbers

2026-07-18 · 07:35

European champions Spain will face World Cup holders and South American champions Argentina in the final.

'Similar to Courtois' - could Penders become Chelsea number one?

2026-07-18 · 07:12

Chelsea's newest goalkeeping prospect, Mike Penders, is from the same production line that produced the legendary…

Why DeChambeau was hit with a two-stroke penalty at The Open

2026-07-17 · 21:00

Bryson DeChambeau has been hit with a costly two-stroke penalty following his second round at The Open Championship for…

'How about that!' - best shots from second round at The Open

2026-07-17 · 19:46

Enjoy the best shots from the second round of the 2026 Open Championship, featuring Sam Burns and Matt Fitzpatrick.

The ultimate all-round sportsman - Sobers could do it all

2026-07-17 · 17:03

Sir Garfield Sobers, who has died aged 89, was rightly chosen as one of the leading five cricketers of the 20th century…

Sobers' six sixes remembered

2026-07-17 · 15:35

BBC Sport relives Sir Garfield Sobers' six sixes in an over for Nottinghamshire against Glamorgan in Swansea, in…

Herbert feels 'all the emotions' after record-equalling round at The Open

2026-07-17 · 14:38

Australia's Lucas Herbert admits to experiencing a whirlwind of 'emotions' at Royal Birkdale after his sensational,…

'Fantastic finish' - Burns holes out from bunker on 18 to tie round record

2026-07-17 · 14:34

Sam Burns joins Lucas Herbert in equalling the record for lowest round at a men's major, with a score of 62 during the…

'Oh dear' - Herbert bogeys 18th to miss out on record-breaking round of 61

2026-07-17 · 14:11

Australia's Lucas Herbert misses a golden chance to secure the lowest round of golf at a men's major, pulling his…

World Cup quiz: Can you name finalists since 1930?

2026-07-17 · 13:33

As we approach Sunday's World Cup final, test your knowledge of the teams who have made it to this stage before.

'Amazing' Herbert equals lowest round in major history at The Open

2026-07-17 · 12:14

Australia's Lucas Herbert equals the lowest round in major championship history with an eight-under par 62 to take the…

Pele at the Azteca? England in '66? Ranking the best World Cup finals

2026-07-17 · 11:54

Pele and Brazil at the Azteca in 1970? Lionel Messi's first World Cup? England winning it on home soil in 1966?

Commonwealth Games medal table and results

2026-07-17 · 11:04

The latest medals table for the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.

Tuchel did not deliver, but his time with England is not up - Shearer

2026-07-17 · 11:00

Former England captain Alan Shearer says Three Lions boss Thomas Tuchel will not be fazed by criticism he has faced over…

Spain 2010 v Spain 2026: How do the two XIs compare?

2026-07-17 · 09:36

How do Spain's 2010 World Cup winners compare to the current contingent who are looking to match their feat in the 2026…

Defender Cascarino joins West Ham in permanent deal

2026-07-17 · 09:30

West Ham have signed France international Estelle Cascarino on a permanent deal following an initial six-month loan…

Dawson and Banton can play in T20 Finals Day

2026-07-17 · 09:30

Hampshire's Liam Dawson and Somerset's Tom Banton will be released from England's one-day international squad to play in…

Clark 'a political football' says NBA chief Silver

2026-07-17 · 09:27

NBA commissioner Adam Silver believes the debate around the treatment of Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark is "not…

Thousands of tickets still available for England v France

2026-07-17 · 09:16

Around 7,000 tickets are still listed on Fifa's ticket sites for Saturday's World Cup bronze medal match between England…

World Cup rings for winners as Trump attendance confirmed

2026-07-17 · 08:40

Donald Trump will present the trophy to the World Cup final winners on Sunday, and rings will be presented to the…

Ireland must 'make our own history' in NZ - Sheehan

2026-07-17 · 08:24

Ireland captain Dan Sheehan says Andy Farrell's side must "make our own history" when they take on New Zealand at Eden…

England missing final piece of jigsaw - Kane

2026-07-17 · 07:46

England captain Harry Kane says the team are "missing that final piece of the jigsaw" and need to "find a way to get…

The man who built an international cricket ground in his garden

2026-07-17 · 07:20

Jimmy Perchard is proud of the cricket ground and community he has cultivated on his land in Jersey.

How rugby union is 'booming' in football-mad Argentina

2026-07-17 · 07:01

Rugby union is 'booming' in football-mad Argentina, according to Pumas head coach Felipe Contepomi.

World Cup stars who could move this summer

2026-07-17 · 06:30

As the World Cup approaches its end, attentions are turning to the 2026-27 club season - and the players who could be on…

Have Wales got their midfield partnership right?

2026-07-17 · 05:51

Ben Thomas and Max Llewellyn have another chance as midfield partners as Wales finish the season in South Africa.

Who am I? Guess World Cup star No 40

2026-07-17 · 05:41

Will you get today's player? Try to guess his identity in as few attempts as possible.

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